Yamaha/motorcycles/rear wheel lock up
Defect Summary
In the transmission on certain motorcycles, the second/third pinion gear may be incorrectly machined which could cause abnormal wear that eventually results in a broken retainer circlip.
Safety Consequence
If the circlip breaks, the transmission could lock up, which would also cause the rear wheel to lock up. this could result in loss of control and a crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Yamaha will replace the transmission gears and shafts with new ones. owner notification began on september 9, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha or visit their website at www.yamaha-motor.com.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 03V309000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V309000?
NHTSA recall 03V309000 was issued by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa on August 26, 2003. It addresses: Yamaha/motorcycles/rear wheel lock up. The recall affects approximately 29,139 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V309000 or the manufacturer campaign number M2004-001. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.